Truckee

Travel Guide

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Truckee featuring snow and signage
Truckee which includes a river or creek, a small town or village and snow
Truckee featuring a house and snow
Truckee showing snow

Emigrants passed here on their way to California. Visit today and you’ll still find that intrepid spirit — for fun and adventure.

Truckee prides itself on a love of the outdoors. This appreciation might go back to when brave wagoners made a road through here in the mid-1800s. Learn about their trail-blazing at the visitor centre of the Donner Memorial State Park, which is a good place to find locals doing what they do best — loving the outdoors. Truckee folk also take pride in their culinary scene, so while you explore the historic downtown area, make sure you stop for the good food, wine and beer.

Where to stay in Truckee

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Northstar Village

While visiting Northstar Village, you might make a stop by sights like Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola.

Northstar Village
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Northstar

If you're spending some time in Northstar, Northstar California Resort and Big Springs Express Gondola are top sights worth seeing.

Northstar
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Ponderosa Palisades

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ponderosa Palisades and surrounding area, you can visit Commercial Row and Ponderosa Golf Course.

Ponderosa Palisades
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Gateway

While there might not be top attractions in Gateway, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Commercial Row and Truckee Gallery.

Gateway
Truckee showing a small town or village, signage and snow

Downtown Truckee

If you're spending some time in Downtown Truckee, Truckee River and Commercial Row are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Truckee
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Donner Lake Woods

While visiting Donner Lake Woods, you might make a stop by sights like Donner Lake and West End Beach.

Donner Lake Woods
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

4.5 out of 5
970 Northstar Drive Truckee CA
The price is S$484 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
S$484
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,119 reviews)
Very updated, 2bd super impressed!!! Well stocked for cooking and lots of towels. Loved the kids play area and the pool.

Reviewed on 11 Nov, 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

5 out of 5
13031 Ritz Carlton Highland Court Truckee CA
The price is S$760 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
S$760
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Truckee. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (575 reviews)
clean room, great facilities,even kids movie night and events.

Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe

Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe

4 out of 5
10918 Brockway Rd Truckee CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$182 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
S$182
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Truckee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Great place and staff

Reviewed on 9 Nov, 2025

Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

4.5 out of 5
970 Northstar Drive Truckee CA
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, 3 hot tubs and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,119 reviews)
Very updated, 2bd super impressed!!! Well stocked for cooking and lots of towels. Loved the kids play area and the pool.

Reviewed on 11 Nov, 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe

One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe

4 out of 5
9001 Northstar Drive Truckee CA
Stay at this ski villa in Truckee. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and Big Springs ...
9/10 Wonderful! (408 reviews)
Room was amazing. Staff was helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on 30 Oct, 2025

One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe
Village Camp Truckee

Village Camp Truckee

3 out of 5
10100 Pioneer Trail Truckee CA
Stay at this cabin in Truckee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Northstar California Resort and Donner Lake are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
Really enjoyed this stay. Wish the directions for the fireplace were more clear, as we couldn't start it since there were no instructions for a particular part, and there also was no shampoo, which was a bit of a hassle. Other than that, the stay was great. They had a delicious breakfast that they ...

Reviewed on 3 Oct, 2025

Village Camp Truckee
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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We’re not there long enough to fully explore but it looked like there were many options if you enjoy the outdoors.